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Wise County, Virginia

Wise County Location Map Virginia

Wise County is up in Virginia’s far western reaches. It’s coal country. The industry shaped this place for generations. You can still see its influence today. But the county is working hard to diversify its economy.

Tourism’s playing a bigger role now. The Jefferson National Forest covers part of the county. It’s gorgeous. Hikers and campers love it.

There’s history here too. Ever heard of the “Trail of the Lonesome Pine”? It’s an outdoor drama that tells the story of the region. The University of Virginia’s College at Wise is here. It has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it?

CategoryDetails
County NameWise County
County SeatWise
PopulationApproximately 37,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesWise, Norton (independent city), Big Stone Gap, Coeburn, Pound, Appalachia
Interstates and HighwaysUS-23, US-58A, VA-83, VA-68
FIPS Code51-195
Total Area (Land and Water)405 sq mi (Land: 403 sq mi; Water: 2 sq mi)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Letcher County, Kentucky (Northwest), Pike County, Kentucky (North), Dickenson County (Northeast), Russell County (East), Scott County (South), Lee County (Southwest), Harlan County, Kentucky (West), Norton City (Enclaved)
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
StateVirginia
Coordinates36.9833° N, 82.6109° W
EtymologyNamed after Henry A. Wise, a Governor of Virginia
Major LandmarksHigh Knob Recreation Area, Jefferson National Forest, University of Virginia’s College at Wise
WebsiteWise County Website

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